Child abuse in its various forms 6 physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect is emerging as a major public health concern in the European Region. However, there is still insufficient awareness of the extent of the problem, especially regarding violence within the family. The Child Health and Development Programme convened this first expert meeting to examine the implications of child abuse and protection needs from the viewpoint of the health sector. The participants represented a wide range of health, social and legal professions from ...